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Former Patriots Executive Bobby Grier Dies at 82

The longtime Patriots executive, who is credited with helping draft Tom Brady, has died at 82. Grier also shaped the Texans' draft room, earning praise as “the wizard” for his role in selecting JJ Watt. His legacy continues through sons Chris, GM of the Dolphins, and Mike, GM of the NHL’s Sharks. “He broke barriers and built bridges,” remembered Robert Kraft.